"Forget Me Not" Upcycled Copper Necklace

Susan Harbourt

Plucked from Memory

This unforgettable necklace and its matching earrings features a sweet cluster of forget-me-not blossoms, a flower that has been worn for centuries as a symbol of enduring love and remembrance. This particular cluster is handcrafted by jewelry artist Susan Harbourt, and was the winner of UncommonGoods' Upcycling Design Challenge.

One night, while Susan was helping her husband update the original electrical system in their Edwardian-era house, she noticed the lovely aged copper wire they removed from the walls. Entranced by the beauty of this metal, she picked up a few scraps decided to incorporate them into lovely pieces of jewelry.

The reclaimed copper's aged patina gives her blooms an ombre shading, from dark to light. Her cut blossoms are then strung along a black, waxed cotton cord that can be adjusted to be worn as an elegant, long necklace, or as a striking choker. Made in Illinois.

Susan Harbourt

location

Illinois

Susan Harbourt, is an engineer by training, an artist by accident, and a self taught metalsmith by choice.

One fateful night, she was helping her husband update the original electrical system installed during the 1930′s as a part of the Rural Electrification Act in their Edwardian era house. Scattered all over the floor were piles of lovely aged copper wire that they had just removed from the walls of the old house. Entranced by the beauty of the surrounding copper, she picked up a few scraps and wove them into a bracelet. A spark was ignited and a passion was born in that very moment.

Now Susan loves to experiment with a variety of metals and materials to see where her hammer takes her. There is an unequaled satisfaction in feeling the magic of making metal transform from something you would dismiss as a scrap to an amazing work of art. She primarily works in recycled sterling silver and reclaimed copper making an array of rings, necklaces, bracelets, bookmarks, and sentimental gifts and is in heaven when at her bench with all tools in action; saw, torch, hammers, anvil, and the list goes on…

Susan loves finding inspiration from the world around her. It not only shows through in all of her designs but also in the way she tries to run operate her business. Most of her work features reclaimed products and her studio is full of vintage tools and furniture. She is constantly striving to find more eco friendly ways to operate her business as well.

HandmadeRecycledMade in the USA

Made from

copper,
woven cotton cord

Measurements

Pendant: 1.75" L x 1.75" W, Cord: 36" L adjustable

Care

care recommendation: avoid swimming, showering, sleeping and sweating while wearing your necklace. cleaning: use a soft toothbrush and mild soap. rinse well with water and pat dry with a soft cloth. be sure it is completely dry before storing it.

Item ID

23408

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I am so bad at remembering to put on jewelry. I get overwhelmed with trying to pick the right necklace for an outfit or shirt. THIS necklace solved that problem. It really goes with everything. I love how I can adjust the length by tying it long or short.

This necklace is simply beautiful, and the first day I wore it I received multiple compliments. The only downsize was the length and clasp. The necklace is very long, and I could not figure out how to work the clasp so had to have my husband tie the strings in a bow in the back once I pushed the clasp up to where the necklace was the correct length. This may limit how often I wear it, as I don't always have someone around to help me put my jewelry on.

The delivery was amazing. It was mailed the day I ordered it. The necklace was everything I hoped it would be. The versatility is wonderful. It is great during the day with jeans and a t-shirt, or with a little black dress for office or dinner. You can adjust the length to whatever neckline you are wearing. I wish there were earrings as I would buy them too.

Loved this when I saw it on the website, and loved it even more when I opened the box. I've worn it twice in the three days I've had it, and adjusted the cord to different lengths each time using a slip-knot.

Beautiful handcrafted piece, elegantly packaged, with a certificate of authenticity from artisan. Perfect,timeless gift for a family member, spouse/partner, or anyone between the ages of 10 and 100+. I received this as a gift, and I love it!